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PBG 668T

1978 MG Midget 1500

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

86,920 mi
Last recorded86,920 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2013
Typical for 1978 MG Midget 150060,768 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBG 668T
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2013 86,920 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 85,742 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 84,469 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 83,785 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 83,783 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 83,024 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 82,243 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 81,249 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 79,334 miles

How Reliable is the MG Midget 1500?

Based on 40,016 MOT tests across 5,009 vehicles.

70.9%
Pass Rate
297
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
5,009
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,890
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,878
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 1,859
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,853
Stop lamp not working 1,487
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PBG 668T is a 1978 MG Midget 1500 in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1978 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 60,768 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Midget 1500 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 1,890 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PBG 668T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Midget 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 48 years old, this MG Midget 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PBG 668T?

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What year was PBG 668T registered?

PBG 668T is a 1978 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 1 October 1978.

Is PBG 668T safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBG 668T shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PBG 668T have outstanding finance?

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